Takeya McCarthy-McDonald is an Associate Licensed Therapist with 6 years of formal experience serving adolescents and adults. She holds a BA from DePaul University and a MA from New York University. Takeya is most passionate about addressing experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that people have that may be holding them back from being the best version of themselves. Takeya is excited to continue learning about the impact trauma has on our lives, as well as holistic and wellness approaches to mental health. She believes that taking a look at the entire person's mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial health and creating balance with these factors will contribute to a person's overall joy. She currently lives between Atlanta and Chicago, with hopes of one day living on a tropical island. Takeya's hobbies include yoga, dance, aerial skills, astrology, and traveling.